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Ubrelvy® Alternatives
Ubrelvy®
(ubrogepant)
Prescription Only
Ubrelvy is a medication that adults can use to treat acute migraine attacks. It works by blocking CGRP, a protein believed to contribute to migraine attacks by causing pain, blood vessel dilation, and inflammation. Ubrelvy is well-tolerated, with less than 5% of individuals reporting side effects such as nausea, somnolence, and dry mouth. Ubrelvy does not prevent migraines.
Ubrelvy is FDA approved for the following indications: Migraine.
Nurtec ODT®
(Rimegepant)
Prescription Only
Nurtec ODT is a medication that can be placed under or onto the tongue to treat migraine symptoms in adults. When taken every other day, it can also be used to prevent episodic migraine. Nurtec ODT works by blocking CGRP, a protein believed to contribute to migraine attacks by causing pain, blood vessel dilation, and inflammation. The medication is well-tolerated, with less than 2% of individuals reporting nausea.
Nurtec ODT is FDA approved for the following indications: Migraine and Migraine prevention.
Dosage & Administration
Administration
Oral
Oral
Dosing
50 mg or 100 mg as needed. Maximum daily dose: 200 mg. Severe Hepatic or Severe Renal Impairment: 50 mg.
Acute treatment of migraine: 75 mg as needed. Preventive treatment of episodic migraine: 75 mg every other day. Maximum daily dose: 75 mg.
Latin Shorthand
50 mg PRN or 100 mg PNR. Severe Renal Impairment: 50mg.
Acute treatment of Migraine: 75 mg PRN. Preventive treatment of Episodic Migraine: 75 mg qod.
Financial Assistance
Copay
$0
$0
Annual Cap
Maximum savings of $50 per pill for up to 13 prescription fills.
Assistance Expiration
13 prescription fills
12/31/2023
Generics
No lower-cost generic available
No lower-cost generic available